Mango Coconut Tres Leches Cups
Mango Coconut Tres Leches Cups are a delightful tropical dessert that combines creamy coconut and sweet mango flavors, all enveloped in a rich tres leches soaking sauce. Perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying as a special treat, these individual cups are easy to prepare and visually stunning. Each bite offers a luscious explosion of flavors and textures reminiscent of a sunny beach getaway.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups sponge cake cubes (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh mango (diced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Bake sponge cake cubes until golden brown (25-30 minutes), then cool completely.
- Whisk together coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
- Place sponge cake cubes in serving cups and generously pour the milk mixture over them. Allow soaking for at least 30 minutes.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Top each cup with diced mango and dollops of whipped cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Substitute regular milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option. Enhance flavor with lime zest or toasted coconut flakes for added texture.